Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Critical Care

Jobtome; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT-CRT) to deliver care across neonatal to geriatric patients. The role includes oxygen therapy, respiratory treatments, ABG analysis, and ventilator support within established policies.

You will document all clinical data, educate patients and staff, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes. Candidates should hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, be licensed in Louisiana, and have NBRC

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current state license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certified or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent communication and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and monitor ventilation support.
• Ensure patient privacy, safety and compliance standards.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT-CRT) to deliver care across neonatal to geriatric patients. The role includes oxygen therapy, respiratory treatments, ABG analysis, and ventilator support within established policies.

You will document all clinical data, educate patients and staff, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes. Candidates should hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, be licensed in Louisiana, and have NBRC